Regimental number | 656 |
Place of birth | Romsey Victoria |
Religion | Presbyterian |
Occupation | Sawmiller |
Address | Kerrie PO, via Romsey, Victoria |
Marital status | Single |
Age at embarkation | 28 |
Next of kin | J M Thorburn, Romsey, Victoria |
Enlistment date | |
Rank on enlistment | Private |
Unit name | 5th Battalion, D Company |
AWM Embarkation Roll number | 23/22/1 |
Embarkation details | Unit embarked from Melbourne, Victoria, on board Transport A3 Orvieto on |
Regimental number from Nominal Roll | Commissioned |
Rank from Nominal Roll | Lieutenant |
Unit from Nominal Roll | 59th Battalion |
Fate | Returned to Australia |
Medals |
Distinguished Conduct Medal 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty during operations. He worked incessantly rescuing and helping the wounded, quite regardless of his own personal safety.'
Source: 'Commonwealth Gazette' No. 184 Date: |